NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 Connecticut Ave Fort Myers, FL 33905

Morse Shores Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $401,529 - $501,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,392 Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 07, 2018

Last sale price $270,000 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,676/month

427 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Dock
  • Canal Access
  • No HOA
  • Waterfront
  • Canal View
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of June 2018

Move in ready canal front home!! This spacious home is just minutes from the open water. It has a concrete sea wall with 10,000 lb. boat lift, ready for your short boat ride to the down town Fort Myers River District. This area is a boaters dream. It has great fishing and close to the Gulf of Mexico. The kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances, and lots of counter space. The interior walls are painted with neutral colors and the home has been very well maintained. The entire A/C was just replaced. Not to mention 2392 square feet under air!! When your not on your boat you will enjoy the enormous Florida style room over looking the river. Located in a quite neighborhood. Bring your buyers they wont be disappointed! MOTIVATED SELLER !!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Danielle Ruth

RE/MAX Gulf Coast Living License #258008345 Listed on: 03/06/2017

RE/MAX Gulf Coast Living

Last Buyer's Agent

Cassy Huff

Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc. License #258025979

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,599

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • East Facing Home
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Property is zoned RS-1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,392 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Single Hung Windows
  • French Doors
  • Open Floorplan
  • Tile Flooring
  • Canal Views
  • Impact Glass

Kitchen

  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Canal Access
  • Open Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 38 / 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 34-43-25-03-00001.0380

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Morse Shores Subdivision

Recreation

  • Boat Dock

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,599

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Ownership: Single Family
  • Subdivision Name: MORSE SHORES
  • Directions: See map
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, One Story
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1973
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: SeeRemarks
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Living/Dining Room, Tub Shower, Split Bedrooms
  • Living Area: 2392.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Single Hung, Skylight(s), Impact Glass
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: SeeRemarks

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Canal
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Canal Access
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Block, Concrete, Stucco
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Room For Pool
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Boat Facilities, Non-Gated
  • Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 34-43-25-03-00001.0380
  • Zoning Description: RS-1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1599.0
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Tax Lot: 38
  • Tax Year: 2016

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2017
Closed on
Jun 7, 2018
Sold by
Connelly Karen A
Bought by
Graham Walter and Joyner Amy R
Seller's Agent
Danielle Ruth
RE/MAX Gulf Coast Living
Buyer's Agent
Cassy Huff
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-14.29%
Current Estimated Value
$466,382

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$196,382
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.53%
Original Mortgage
$265,109
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Graham Walter $270,000 Townsed Title Ins Agency Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Graham Walter $258,481
Closed Graham Walter $265,109
Previous Owner Connelly Karen A $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/07/2018 06/07/18 Sold $270,000 -14.3% $113 / Sq Ft
05/08/2018 05/08/18 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2017 03/06/17 For Sale $315,000 -- $132 / Sq Ft
Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,679 $238,885 -- --
2023 $1,679 $131,195 $131,185 $10
2022 $3,322 $225,172 $0 $0
2021 $3,250 $219,009 $58,254 $160,755
2020 $3,221 $215,596 $48,000 $167,596
2019 $3,478 $200,255 $48,000 $152,255
2018 $1,646 $115,343 $0 $0
2017 $1,643 $112,971 $0 $0
2016 $1,599 $164,149 $59,164 $104,985
2015 $1,555 $150,604 $56,156 $94,448
2014 $1,533 $181,190 $57,848 $123,342
2013 -- $118,498 $45,862 $72,636
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Danielle Ruth

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Danielle Ruth

    RE/MAX

    (239) 910-0953

    29 Total Sales

    Danielle Ruth
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Cassy Huff

    Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.

    (239) 850-9026

    34 Total Sales

    Cassy Huff
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Map

Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 217017601

Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

APN: 34-43-25-03-00001.0380

Florida Lee County Fort Myers 33905 Morse Shores

253 Connecticut Ave, Fort Myers, FL

This home is located at 253 Connecticut Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905 since 06 March 2017 and is currently estimated at $466,382, approximately $194 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 253 Connecticut Ave is a home located in Lee County with nearby schools including Orange River Elementary School, Tice Elementary School, and Edgewood Academy.

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